Crime & Safety

KCSO : Special Thanks

Sheriff Tom Spangler was presented a check from Brandy & Scott Fraser last week. Their generous gift came after they were made aware tha ...

2021-09-22

Sheriff Tom Spangler was presented a check from Brandy & Scott Fraser last week. Their generous gift came after they were made aware that four KCSO Officers would be escorting the body of SSGT. Ryan Knauss to Alexandria, VA.

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SSGT. Knauss was being taken by Mynatt Funeral Home at no charge to the family to Alexandria, VA., there the receiving Funeral Home would prepare for his final destination in Arlington National Cemetery.

The Fraser’s wanted to donate to the expenses the officers would incur during the trip. The Fraser’s wanted to honor SSGT. Knauss and felt this was a great way.

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“Brandy & Scott Fraser are a fine example of why we love East Tennessee and the people. They are the true difference makers and the world needs more folks like them. I didn’t expect anything like this, but I’m humbled by their generosity and thoughtfulness.”

– Tom Spangler, Sheriff


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